Wheatheart X Series 13 Augers - Manual (Page 16)

2. S AFETY W HEATHEART - X13 S ERIES A UGERS
2.6. PTO D RIVELINE S AFETY X1374, X1384, X1394
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• Replace any worn, cut, abraded, flattened, or crimped hoses.
• Do not attempt any makeshift repairs to the hydraulic fittings or hoses by
using tape, clamps, or cements. The hydraulic system operates under
extremely high-pressure. Such repairs create a hazardous and unsafe condi-
tion because they will fail suddenly.
• Wear proper hand and eye protection when searching for a high-pressure
hydraulic leak. Do not use hands. Use a piece of wood or cardboard as a
backstop to isolate and identify a leak.
• If injured by a concentrated
high-pressure stream of
hydraulic fluid, seek medical
attention immediately. Seri-
ous infection or toxic reaction
can develop from hydraulic
fluid piercing the skin surface.
2.6. PTO DRIVELINE SAFETY
• To prevent serious injury or death:
• Keep body, hair, and clothing away from rotating PTO driveline.
• Do not operate equipment unless all driveline, tractor, and equipment shields
are in place and in good working order.
• Make certain the driveline shields turn freely on driveline.
• Make certain the driveline is securely attached at both ends.
• Do not exceed operating speed of 540 rpm.
• Keep u-joint angles small and equal. Do not exceed maximum recommended
length for PTO driveline.
• Do not exceed manufacturer’s recommended operating length.
• Set the tractor brake and block wheels on the tractor and the implement to
insure proper spacing of the PTO shaft at all times.
• Make sure driveline is properly secured to prevent damage during transport.
2.7. TIRE SAFETY
• Failure to follow proper procedures when mounting a tire on a wheel or rim
can produce an explosion that may result in serious injury or death.
• Do not attempt to mount a tire unless you have the proper equipment and
experience to do the job.
• Have a qualified tire dealer or repair service perform required tire mainte-
nance.
• When replacing worn tires, make sure they meet the original tire specifica-
tions. Never undersize the replacement tire.
• Do not weld to the tire rim with the tire mounted on the rim. This action may
cause an explosion which could result in serious injury or death.
• Inflate tires to the manufacturers's recommended pressure.